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Capsicum pesto

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This is not your average pesto recipe. This homemade capsium pesto takes your dip game to a whole new level.

  • Makes1, 1/3 cups
  • Prep time10 minutes
Capsicum pesto

Ingredients

  • 330g jar roasted peppers (capsicum), drained, coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (35g) sun-dried tomatoes, drained reserving ¼ cup (60ml) oil
  • 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
  • 1/4 cup (40g) pine nuts, toasted
  • 2 garlic cloves, quartered
  • 1/3 cup (25g) finely grated parmesan
  • Flat-leaf parsley leaves, extra, to serve
  • Toasted pine nuts, extra, to serve

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Method

  1. Step 1

    Place the capsicum, tomato, parsley, pine nuts, garlic and parmesan in a food processor and process until finely chopped. Season. With the motor running, add the reserved oil in a thin, steady stream until well combined.

  2. Step 2

    Transfer the capsicum mixture to a jar or serving bowl. Sprinkle with extra parsley and extra pine nuts to serve.